{"product_id":"time-machines-how-watches-shaped-the-modern-world-9783967041866","title":"Time Machines: How Watches Shaped the Modern World","description":"\u003cp\u003eA journey through timepieces that have shaped history, defined style, and captured the spirit of innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWristwatches have transcended their original function as mere timekeepers, evolving into symbols of craftsmanship, design, and cultural significance. From the early 20th-century innovations that gave rise to the first wristwatches to the iconic models that have shaped modern watchmaking, these timepieces have become timeless artifacts of human ingenuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eTime Machines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e delves into this rich history, presenting a curated selection of \u003cb\u003e100 iconic watches \u003c\/b\u003efrom 1900 to today. Each watch tells a unique story, capturing pivotal moments in design, technology, and the cultural shifts that influenced -- and were influenced by -- these masterpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStructured chronologically, the book offers readers a deep dive into the evolution of watch design across the decades, exploring how watches have reflected cultural movements, technological advancements, and personal style. Through engaging stories and stunning visuals, the book highlights the intersection of craftsmanship, art, and the enduring appeal of watches as both tools and cultural icons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTime Machines\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is an essential exploration of the global legacy of watchmaking, offering a visual and narrative journey through the innovation, artistry, and cultural resonance of some of the world's most influential timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRong, Blake Z.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \"Blake Z. Rong is an editor and journalist who has covered historic cars for major publications both in Europe and the United States. His previous work for gestalten includes Beautiful Machines: The Era of the Elegant Sports Car and The Italians - Beautiful Machines. He holds an MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts and lives in Brooklyn.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLorentzen, Sean Paul:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Sean Paul Lorentzen is a seasoned writer with a deep passion for storytelling, design, and culture. His deep knowledge of watchmaking adds technical insight to this book. Together with Blake Z. Rong, he creates a compelling narrative that explores the intersection of design, history, and the human stories behind machines.","brand":"Gestalten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51705036210450,"sku":"9783967041866","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7e389c57-ce90-4ccf-a284-b7c374551014.jpg?v=1762337953","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/time-machines-how-watches-shaped-the-modern-world-9783967041866","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}